Norm,
Thanks for the information. That does not seem like I remember. I thought it was a coating that was applied, then a chemical was used to etch a damascus like design onto the barrels. Then everything was nuetralized and finished to your preference. My stroke was about the most frightening thing I could have imagined. Thankfully, I recovered completely in less than 6 months. I have no paralysis, speech problems or weakness. I returned to work in 4 months. I had a pretty massive stroke that hit my temporal lobe on the right side. The only thing I am left with is the knowledge that I have 95% chance for a second stroke, that will leave kill me if I am lucky, or leave me a vegatable if I am not.

Bill

I can't be too bad, my dogs will kiss me.